American Assistance Free Government Phone Service

Offers free unlimited minutes, texts, and up to 6GB of high-speed data with free SIM kits for eligible users.

Monthly Plans

  • FREE Unlimited Monthly Minutes
  • FREE Unlimited Monthly Texts
  • FREE 4.5GB (6GB in CA) of High-Speed Data
  • FREE SIM Kit

Free Smartphones

  • Basic Smartphones

Coverage Area

AZ, AR, CA, CO, GA, HI, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MN, NV, OH, PA, PR, RI, SC, UT, WV, WI

Program-Based Eligibility

  • Medicaid
  • SNAP (Food Stamps)
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance
  • Veterans Pension
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Income-Based Eligibility

  • Household income must be at or below 135%.
  • Social Security benefits letter.
  • Tax return or paycheck stub.
  • Unemployment or worker’s compensation statement.

Required Documents

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Proof of income or program participation
  • Proof of address
  • Social Security number
  • Benefits award letter (if applicable)

Program Rules

  • One benefit per household
  • Must recertify annually
  • Must use service at least once every 30 days
  • Must report any eligibility changes

Application Steps

1

Check eligibility online

2

Gather required documents

3

Complete application form

4

Submit documentation

5

Await approval and activation

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